SQ-UV-A Laser Marking System

Squid Ink’s SQ-UV-A water-cooled laser coding systems are designed for high speed food, beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, pipe and other primary coding applications. The SQ-UV laser utilizes a 355nm wavelength which allows marking to be performed with minimal heat stress.

Materials which absorb this wavelength very well include PE, HDPE, LDPE, PP, ABS, PVC, metals, and more. SQ-UV-A systems are available in 5W, 10W, 17W, and 20W power configurations for a variety of applications.

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Application Versatility

Permanent coding of text, time and date, bar codes, serial numbering and more
Quick and easy installation for both stationary and moving products
Compact design easily fits into production environments where space is limited
Can be integrated in production lines at speeds up to 300m/min
Laser head can be rotated 90° in less than 5 minutes

Reliable & Economical

No ink/consumables and near zero maintenance for lower cost of ownership
Clean and eco-friendly coding system features low energy consumption
Rugged cast aluminum controller body
IP54 rating ensures maximum reliability and uptime in demanding applications
Integrated key switch and interlock relay for increased safety on the production floor

High Quality Code Generation

Scribing technology produces razor sharp marks on a variety of substrates including PE, HDPE, LDPE, PP, ABS, PVC, and more
Ability to mix different fonts and logos in a single message
Discrete coding ability for anti-counterfeiting and traceability
Ideal coding alternative where CIJ systems are not practical

Reliable & Economical

No ink/consumables and near zero maintenance for lower cost of ownership
Clean and eco-friendly coding system features low energy consumption
Rugged cast aluminum controller body
IP54 rating ensures maximum reliability and uptime in demanding applications
Integrated key switch and interlock relay for increased safety on the production floor

An optional heavy duty stand is available to simplify setup and install the system in a variety of configurations.

The laser head can be rotated 90 degrees in less than 5 minutes.

Easy to use 10” touchscreen controller mounts to cabinet for system configuration and message programming.

An integrated key switch and interlock relay is included for safety on the production floor.

Squid Ink is a GS1 US Solution Partner, dedicated to helping businesses implement GS1 standards

System Specifications

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Laser Type: 10W UV laser source
Laser Wavelength: 355nm
Laser Galvanometer: High-precision 2-dimensional scanning method
Controller and Operating System: 10” touchscreen controller running Linux®
Cooling Method: Water-cooled
Power Consumption: <1400W
Marking Area: 90mm x 90mm standard, optional lenses up to maximum 600mm x 600mm
Reflector Size: 8.5mm
Production Line Speed: 0 – 300m/min (varies according to substrate and message)
Marking Speed: up to 1800mm/s
Character Size: Adjustable in marking area, no character line limits within marking area
Marking Line Number: Code Rotation – 0 to 360°
Drawing Types: Dot matrix and vector
Positioning Method: Red light positioning and auto focusing for simple setup
Software Features: Counter, lot counter shift code, time and date, expiration date, 2D and linear bar codes
Bar Code Symbologies: Code128, Code39, QR code, DataMatrix
Image Formats: bmp, dxf, jpg, plt, png
Operating Languages: English, Chinese, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Hindi, Russian, Turkish, Arabic, Persian
Safety Features: Integrated key switch and interlock relay included for safety on the production floor; customer provided shielding necessary to prevent eye or skin exposure
Interfaces: RS-232C, USB2.0, Ethernet, I/O
Machine Material: Anodized aluminum (marking head) and stainless steel (control unit)
Laser Head Dimensions: 29.6” (752mm) x 7.01” (178mm) x 6.65” (169mm)
Controller Cabinet Dimension: 21.81” (554mm) x 11.61” (296mm) x 36.14” (918mm)
Electrical Requirements: 90 – 240 VAC, 50/60Hz
Operating Environment: 32°F – 104°F (0°C – 40°C)
Humidity Range: 10 – 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Machine Weight: 132.3 lbs. (60kg)
Agency Approval: CE Mark

Optional Accessories

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Print Trigger: Optical, fiber optic, ultrasonic, laser, metal proximity, capacitive proximity
Encoder: For operation with variable speed conveyors
Mobile Stands: Heavy duty stand with ability to rotate laser controller in any direction and easily raise and lower marking machine by a single operator; includes casters for easy transportation within plant
90 Degree Head Pivot Extension: Mirror assembly that allows marking head to point lens in line with unit axis
Laser Fume Extraction Systems: SQ-LFX or SQ-LFX PVC for the proper extraction of laser application fumes
Installation and Training: On-site installation and training available

SQ-UV-A Laser Marking System